Assessment

English Language Arts Examination: January 2015

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Successful arguing is a learned skill. Pupils read four passages and craft a text-based argument about the return of extinct animals. The resources provides writers with specific guidelines on how to create a well-rounded essay and how to defend their views.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Give each part separately 
Classroom Considerations
  • The last pages of the packet are blank for essay portion
  • Multiple choice responses are numerals rather than letters
Pros
  • Gives explicit directions
  • Uses various types of text for comprehension
Cons
  • None